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Position Information
Winthrop Position Title Creative Content Graduate Assistant FA26 Job Purpose
Winthrop Athletics is seeking one graduate assistant for the 2026-27 & 2027-28 academic years. This position will allow the selected candidate to gain hands-on experience in the intercollegiate industry. The selected candidate will assist Winthrop Athletics in helping maintain and grow its brand through videography, social media, photography, and graphic design.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists the Director of Video Production & Creative Content in workflow, production and management of game days
- Manage the social media and creative content efforts working with Winthrop Creative Content including but not limited to in-game and studio photography, videography, graphics, hype videos, media days, official visits, and sponsorship fulfillments.
- Collaborates with Communications, Marketing, Ticketing, and Development on social media content
- Other duties as assigned
- Compensation:
The Creative Content GA will receive In-State Tuition along with a $3,500 tuition stipend (per semester). Additionally, this position will be paid $3,500 per semester. No Housing or Meal Plans included.
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required (preferably in marketing, communications, journalism, or related field).
- Must be accepted into a graduate program at Winthrop University.
- Experience with cinema and mirrorless cameras (Sony and/or Canon).
- Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Suite Programs, specifically Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator
- Strong communication, creativity, and organizational skills.
- Minimum of one year of experience with photo, video, graphic design, and/or social media within college sports.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate and interact with student-athletes, colleagues, coaches, and student workers.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of studio lighting and photography/videography
- Social media management experience, sports preferred but not required
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks
Preferred Skills Pay Rate 11.67/hour Type of Position Graduate Associate (hourly) Position Level Graduate Hours Per Week 20
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2026SD0339P Open Date 05/20/2026 Close Date 08/31/2026 Desired Start Date 08/17/2026 End Date 05/31/2027 Special Instructions to Applicants
Read guidelines prior to applying: https://www.winthrop.edu/uploadedFiles/sgco/graduatestudies/assistantships/GA-Guidelines.pdf
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- Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.
- Please complete the entire application, including all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant meets the position qualifications.
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